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Dancing Through Life: Beginner Musical Theater Dance

Move to a playlist of musical theater songs and learn some fun musical theater moves along the way. Your child will get their energy out in a brave, supportive small group of other learners
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What's included

2 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours per week
Assessment
Learners are always assessed in the moment through encouragement and constructive notes, especially when performing an optional solo in front of the group.

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 5
Beginner Level
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The class will begin with a welcome and check in, review group agreements, do a group gentle physical warm-up, and then begin learning short sections of original choreography in the style of musical theatre dance. These movements will explore character physicality, strengthen public presentation skills, and strengthen hand-eye-full body coordination.

Mara's teaching style is interactive and collaborative, checking in at key points with each student for any feedback or adjustments. The group agreements are in place for all, students and teacher alike. Mara uses her previous experience teaching youth and non-"dancers" to inform adapting the pace of instruction based on students' processing and learning style.

Music will be from original cast recordings of musicals and movie musicals such as the following (subject to change): Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, &Juliet, The Lion King Kids, Frozen Kids, Aristocats Kids, Moana, Wicked

NEED A DIFFERENT CLASS TIME, AGE RANGE, OR SKILL LEVEL?
No problem! Send me a message, and I’ll do my best to accommodate your needs or set up personalized private lessons just for you.

Learning Goals

Learn and perform a short combination of musical theater-style dance steps
Increase awareness of mind-body coordination
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Other Details

Parental Guidance
Learners should have loosely fitted and stretchy clothing during class. I recommend having a water bottle or source of water nearby. Please also make sure your child takes the class in an open area, ideally clear of large tripping hazards or somewhere where they may put themselves in danger. I also recommend a floor that is not slippery. But if it is slippery, I recommend non-stick socks or shoes (like a tennis shoe/sneaker).
Supply List
Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle to keep hydrated!
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
  • Youtube
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am so excited to be your teacher! Welcome to Ms. Mara's virtual classes. 

Ms. Mara loved to sing and dance for her family and younger cousins, and this turned into a life-long passion for the performing arts. Musical Theater is her main love, and this class is to share this excitement and craft with future Broadway-bound budding artists.

Currently: Director/Stage Manager, After-School Program in Culver City, CA (Grades 3-5), ARISTOCATS KIDS
Teaching Artist, In-School Instruction in Culver City, CA (Grades 11-12), Introduction to Playwriting, Academy of Visual and Performing Arts, 2020-Present
Teaching Artist, After-School Program in San  (Grades 3-5), Introductory Musical Theatre, Disney Musicals in Schools - 2018-2020
Actor, 2015-Present
Training: Innovative Voice Studio, 2022-Present
Training: Bachelor of Arts Degree, Theatre Studies, Wellesley College

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weekly ($10 per class)

2x per week
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
5-9 learners per class

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